Hank
Hank: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /หhรฆลk/ ยท [หhรฆลk]
Meaning and origin of Hank
- A diminutive of the male given name Henry.
- A diminutive of the male given name Hankin (a medieval form of John).
How popular is Hank?
Since 1880, 16,984 boys in the U.S. have been named Hank. Its highest rank for boys was #413 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #413 for boys, with 776 babies given the name.
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Hank FAQ
What does the name Hank mean?
A diminutive of the male given name Henry. A diminutive of the male given name Hankin (a medieval form of John).
How popular is the name Hank?
Since 1880, 16,984 boys in the U.S. have been named Hank. Its highest rank for boys was #413 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #413 for boys, with 776 babies given the name.
Is Hank a boy or girl name?
Hank is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 16,984 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880โ2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.